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Category: Member News

Welcome to the Member News category. These stories are intended for current LeadingAge Minnesota members, profiling aging services professionals, providing new resources, and keeping them informed about the aging services community.

Vista Prairie’s Jennie Marcus Takes on New Role as Regional Director of Operations

On March 16, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Jennifer Marcus of Vista Prairie Communities has been promoted to the newly created position of Regional Director of Operations within her organization.

HDG CEO Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey Receives Modern Healthcare’s Top Women Leaders Award

On February 23, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey, CEO of HDG and LeadingAge Minnesota Board Member, was included in Modern Healthcare’s Top Women Leaders of 2023 list. This award honors female executives from all sectors of the healthcare system who are developing policy, leading change, and guiding healthcare delivery improvement across the country.

Leadership Academy Class of 2022 Graduates at Institute

On February 16, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

The 2022 Class of Leadership Academy fellows officially graduated at the Institute & Expo on Thursday, Feb. 9. Forty-five leaders completed the year-long program, along with eight supportive volunteer coaches.

Knute Nelson Announces Senior Leadership Changes

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Knute Nelson leaders Katie Perry and Angie Urman have taken on new positions within the organization’s senior leadership team.

New to Our LeadingAge Minnesota Community

On February 2, 2023 by Luke Jenkins

We continue to grow as an association and want to usher a big welcome to those new communities and organizations returning to LeadingAge Minnesota in the past few months. Please give them all a warm welcome!

New Year, New Discount! Post Your Open Positions at a Reduced Rate

On January 5, 2023 by Anna Mowry

LeadingAge Minnesota is excited to announce that members can post their open positions on the AgingServicesJobs.org job board at a reduced rate – all year long!

LeadingAge Minnesota Welcomes Kayla Khang to the Advocacy Team

On December 8, 2022 by Erin Huppert

Please join LeadingAge Minnesota in giving a warm welcome to Kayla Khang. Kayla joins the staff as the Manager of Government Affairs and Policy. She will support our policy and lobbying efforts in St. Paul, including leading our organization's return to in-person Advocacy Day at the Capitol on March 13, 2023.

2022 Leadership Academy Fellows Complete Year of Development and Growth

On December 8, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

On Dec. 1, the 2022 Leadership Academy Class of Fellows completed their program year of leadership development. The official graduation for the cohort of 45 leaders will be celebrated at the 2023 Institute & Expo.

Saint Therese Partners with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to Build RN Pipeline

On December 1, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Saint Therese, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, is partnering with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to help train the next generation of nurses.

LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Invests $400,000 in 24 Workforce Grants

On December 1, 2022 by Terri Foley

Totaling $400,000, 24 workforce grants were awarded to LeadingAge Minnesota members across the state by the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation this week. The grant program funds staff appreciation, OnTrack Nursing Assistant Training program set-up expenses, and initiatives to improve recruitment, retention, and talent pipeline development.

2023 Institute & Expo Registration Opening Soon – Update Your Staff Roster Now

On November 17, 2022 by LeadingAge

It's time to update your organization's staff roster in LeadingAge Minnesota's records.

Registration for the 2023 Institute & Expo will open the first week of December. To help you prepare for a smooth registration experience, we have sent notices to each member organization with a staff roster to review and update.

​​​​​​​Really Big Book of Nursing Home Regulations Pre-Order Notice

On November 17, 2022 by Mark Schulz

The thirteenth edition of the Really Big Book of Nursing Home Regulations is finally here and ready to go! It is now available for pre-order.

LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Seeking Silent Auction Donations

On November 17, 2022 by Lori Meyer

The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is excited to announce our Seventh Annual Silent Auction, which will take place as part of the 2023 Institute in February. Thanks to the LeadingAge Minnesota community's generosity, the Silent Auction raises funds to support our dedicated caregivers each year. With your help, we can make this year's auction a huge success!

Become An Aging Services Advocacy Champion

On November 17, 2022 by Dan Nelson

In December, LeadingAge Minnesota is launching our Champions Network, a new advocacy-focused membership group with a mission to advance our public policy goals through grassroots engagement. This group is open to all members and will meet virtually once per month.

Welcome to the New LeadingAgeMN.org!

On November 9, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

We are proud to welcome you to the new LeadingAgeMN.org, where you can find timely information and helpful resources to help you serve older adults.

Benedictine Appoints Anneliese Peterson as New Chief Operating Officer

On October 27, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Anneliese Peterson, who serves as the District G Officer on the LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors, will join Benedictine as its chief operating officer on Dec. 5. She will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction across the organization.

Participate in LeadingAge Minnesota Committees in 2023

On October 13, 2022 by Lori Meyer

As the new year approaches, we invite you to participate in LeadingAge Minnesota committees in 2023. We are tackling your challenges on numerous fronts, and we need you to help shape the critical work ahead.

Scott Bjerketvedt Named CFO at Ecumen

On September 28, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Ecumen, a LeadingAge Minnesota member organization and one of the country’s leading nonprofit providers of housing and services for older adults, announced that Scott Bjerketvedt has been promoted to senior vice president, chief financial officer.

Congressman Emmer Visits Guardian Angels With Members of MN Legislature

On September 1, 2022 by Dan Nelson

Last week, Congressman Tom Emmer joined Guardian Angels CEO Traci Larson, State Rep. Paul Novotny, and State Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer at Guardian Angels Care Center, a skilled nursing community in Elk River. LeadingAge Minnesota staff also attended the meeting.

Saint Therese Finalizes Land Purchase for a New Senior Community in Corcoran

On July 21, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Saint Therese, a LeadingAge Minnesota member organization, has finalized the purchase of nearly 13 acres of rolling terrain from the city of Corcoran for its senior living community, Saint Therese of Corcoran. The closing of the land purchase is the culmination of efforts spread across three years with the city and becomes both Saint Therese and Corcoran's kickoff to a new senior community and the city's progressive Town Center development, respectively.

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